by John C. Morley, Independent Producer
Local coverage offers a window into the places where people actually live.
When people talk about “the media,” they often imagine large national networks, major newspapers, or digital outlets covering stories that affect the entire country.
Those organizations play an important role in helping people understand national events and global developments. At the same time, there is another layer of media that operates on a much smaller scale: local media.
Posted: March 24, 2026 by Doug Seidel
AI Integration Strategy for PEG Channel Operations Facilities, Ethics, and Risk Mitigation
Building an integrated AI strategy that makes AI a useful co-pilot
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into public, educational, and government (PEG) channel operations represents a fundamental shift from traditional “capture” media to a “construction of thought” paradigm.
Posted: March 24, 2026 by Doug Seidel
Why Local Media and National Media Serve Different Roles
by John C. Morley, Independent Producer
Local coverage offers a window into the places where people actually live.
When people talk about “the media,” they often imagine large national networks, major newspapers, or digital outlets covering stories that affect the entire country.
Those organizations play an important role in helping people understand national events and global developments. At the same time, there is another layer of media that operates on a much smaller scale: local media.
Posted: March 24, 2026 by Doug Seidel
Legislative Update March 2026: News from Trenton & Washington and FCC Legislation Changes
The Reauthorizing of the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) – H.R. 7386
On February 10th, the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology voted to reauthorize FirstNet.
Posted: February 28, 2026 by Doug Seidel
Spotlight: Cranford TV-35 – It’s there, but not always easy to find to find
By Don Smith, Manager, Cranford TV-35
How to get the most out of your Verizon FIOS statewide contract
The statewide contract from Verizon Fios provides for any municipal buildings (schools, police departments, fire departments, etc.) that the township or city owns, to be eligible for one free internet drop and one free cable TV dro
Posted: February 25, 2026 by Doug Seidel
Get Ready for ADA/WCAG Compliance and Smarter Automation with TelVue
We’re excited to be heading to the monthly JAG meeting on Wednesday, February 25th, where we’ll showcase powerful new tools to help you stay ADA and WCAG compliant, while also saving time with smarter automation for scheduling and social media.
From live captioning and accessibility solutions to fully automated YouTube broadcasting and rule-based scheduling, TelVue continues to make it easier than ever to serve your community and expand your reach. We’ll even be offering a sneak peek at our upcoming AI-powered audio description service.
Posted: February 25, 2026 by Doug Seidel
What Community Access TV Really Is (and What It Isn’t)
by John C. Morley, Independent Producer
Community access television is often misunderstood.
Some people assume community access TV is the same as commercial cable. Some think it’s just a place for town meetings or old reruns. Some confuse it with social media or political programming. Yet, community access TV serves a specific purpose. Understanding that purpose explains why it matters.
Posted: February 2, 2026 by Doug Seidel
Spotlight: Oakland TV – NJ Financing and Technical Support Available
The State of New Jersey has financial & technical assistance available to the communications arms of NJ communities
It’s there, but not always easy to find to find
I’d love to tell you there is a consistent way of accessing advisory services and financing within the State of New Jersey for support of communications to the citizenry of New Jersey, but that is not the case. There is a wealth of services available, if you can find it. This article is not intended e a one-size-fits-all answer to receiving technical and financial support for your public access channel or other means used to communicate to the citizenry of your municipality, but rather should serve as a guide to determine where to start identifying the sources you can use to bolster either financing or technologies that cross outside the domain of TelVue, Cablecast or other broadcasting platform your municipality utilizes.
Posted: January 29, 2026 by Doug Seidel
The Power of Community Access TV
by John C. Morley, Independent Producer
Community media is vital for community communications and engagement
In a media landscape dominated by national headlines, streaming platforms, and fast-moving social media, it’s easy to overlook the importance of local stories. Yet across New Jersey, community access television continues to play a vital role in keeping residents informed, connected, and engaged. Jersey Access Group (JAG) members stations and other local access stations serve as a reminder that the stories closest to home still matter deeply.